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Definition of insect repellent in English: insect repellent(also insect repellant) noun A substance that deters insects from approaching or settling. mosquitoes are kept at bay by the slow burning of an insect repellent mass noun apply insect repellent to exposed skin in the evening and at night Example sentencesExamples - The dark-blue berries of juniper can be crushed and dabbed on as an insect repellent.
- Armed with good humor and lots of insect repellant, a group of students, staff, and assorted herpetologists spent last summer building a "toad tunnel" to allow amphibians safe passage across a preserve near campus.
- The plant's toxic and bitter sap is a natural insect repellent.
- Prevention is better than cure, and insect repellents and sprays are the first step in self-protection.
- The creams may also contain sun screen or insect repellant to help protect the soldier from environmental hazards.
- Insect repellents for humans and shampoos or collars containing insecticide for pets can help control or reduce tick infestations.
- Nowadays, I leave Britain armed with insect repellant of the plug-in type, plus spray, plus personal roll-on repellant.
- We roamed a couple of blocks each way like a pack of puppies, stinking of insect repellent and sweat.
- If you don't mind smelling like an Italian salad, rub fresh basil leaves onto the skin as both an insect repellent and for calming relief of stings.
- It is wise to take precautions to reduce the risk by using insect repellent, wearing long-sleeved shirts and pants when outdoors, and staying inside during peak mosquito hours at dusk and dawn.
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